Chapter 381 The Quarrel
Lord Zhu's expression froze immediately after being precisely targeted by Xie Yao. He had never expected that he would be questioned by the Queen Mother in this way after saying just one sentence.
He lowered his head and said, "Empress, these are two different things."
"Since ancient times, the yin and yang of heaven and earth have been clearly distinguished. When a hen crows at dawn, there will be a disaster!" Lord Zhu avoided answering Xie Yao's words and said according to his own logic.
"Your Majesty, Your Highness the Queen." At this moment, Cheng Fengqi's voice rang out, "I am willing to go to Yuanzhou to provide disaster relief."
The person who spoke was not someone else but Cheng Fengqi.
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the court breathed a sigh of relief, and some even looked at Xie Yao with some pride.
Does the Queen see this now?
It’s not that their men can’t go to provide disaster relief, they have plenty of people to do so!
But before these people could be proud for a while, they heard Cheng Fengqi's voice again, "Your Majesty, Your Highness, please arrange for the two Miss Xuan to be my adjutants."
Cheng Fengqi's words were beyond the expectations of everyone in the court, especially those of Lord Zhu and his party who had just opposed him.
This was undoubtedly a stab in the back by Cheng Fengqi!
"Your Majesty, no!"
Someone else spoke up to stop him, "If there is really no one else, I am willing to be your adjutant and go with Master Cheng to Yuanzhou to provide disaster relief."
Cheng Fengqi was highly valued, and following Cheng Fengqi, the trip to Yuanzhou would be less dangerous and less uncertain, which was equivalent to picking up credit for nothing.
As soon as this person spoke, someone immediately followed suit.
"I am willing to go."
"I am willing to go too."
“…”
All of a sudden, four or five people expressed their willingness to serve as Cheng Fengqi's adjutants and go to Yuanzhou. This was a grand occasion that had not happened just now.
Xie Yao's eyes swept over all the officials, "Those who are willing to go to Yuanzhou, please step out."
Six came out.
One of them was the runner-up in this special examination, and the other five were all veteran officials who seemed to have considerable qualifications.
Xie Yao gave Li Dajian a look.
Li Dajian carried a tray and came in front of the adults who stood up.
Xie Yao said: "This is the disaster relief details formulated by Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu based on the disaster situation in Yuanzhou. You gentlemen, please take a look."
"If you can come up with a better plan than this, then the position of adjutant will be yours."
Want to get a bargain?
There is no such good thing.
Naturally, a few people didn't take it seriously. What good plan could a mere woman come up with?
But when they opened it and saw the contents, their expressions were stiff and shocked. It was obvious that the content inside was completely beyond their expectations.
So much so that a shocked voice was heard, "Did they really do this?"
He doesn't believe it.
He asked himself that he himself might not be able to do such a good job, so how could these two women write it? How could they possibly write it?
This person's meaning was very clear. He suspected that the emperor and empress were assisting Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu in committing fraud.
"Of course." Xuan Shu turned his head and looked directly at the man. "If you don't believe me, you can ask me any questions. Or we can have a debate in this hall."
She is extremely confident, and now even dares to express herself more than Xuan Yue. She is not a gentle and modest gentleman like Xuan Yue.
During these days in the northern border, she learned how to fight.
She is not afraid at all!
Xuan Yue nodded, "Me too."
this……
The sisters' confident attitude shocked many people, but some people were not afraid and immediately said, "Let's argue!"
The Empress is here.
If he could catch the emperor and empress's eyes by stepping on these two women whom they wanted to support... then he would have a bright future.
It can also let the emperor and empress know that their choice was wrong.
Women should not be involved in these things. Their destiny is to stay at home and take care of their husbands and children!
Of course, a large number of civil servants in the court also remained silent.
They all have more or less old ties with the Xuan family. Some of them heard the rumors early on, while some did not. However, they would not speak out to criticize the descendants of the Xuan family at this moment.
Taifu Xuan is the main branch of the Xuan family, and he only has these two daughters.
Everyone in the capital knew that Master Xuan treated his two daughters like treasures, so those who had old ties with the Xuan family had to give them some face.
The two reached a consensus, and Xiao Ji and Xie Yao did not say anything to stop them, and the debate began.
Of course, the debate was about the disaster in Wonju.
The disaster in Yuanzhou has been going on for three days, and the officials in the court are naturally aware of the situation in Yuanzhou.
At least these officials who stepped forward to serve as adjutants were well aware of the situation in Wonju.
Yuanzhou is very large, so it is impossible to talk about it all. I will just take one or two counties from it for detailed analysis.
A debate ensued.
Everyone's eyes were on these people, so much so that no one noticed when Xie Yao sat down.
Xie Yao and Xiao Ji sat side by side, watching the fun.
Under their wide sleeves, their hands were clasped together. Xiao Ji gently held Xie Yao's hand, as if passing strength to her.
Tell her not to worry.
Xie Yao turned her head and smiled at Xiao Ji. She was not worried.
She had already talked with Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu before coming. Both of them were very confident and had made adequate preparations.
As time goes by, the winner will soon be determined.
These six people did have some understanding of the disaster in Wonju, but it was only a rough idea and not in detail, and they had no plans in place to deal with it.
Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu had made sufficient preparations and were familiar with the conditions of all the counties and villages in Yuanzhou.
There are different arrangements for different situations.
Therefore, after several exchanges, Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu undoubtedly had the upper hand, which could be seen by all the court officials in the hall.
"alright."
Just then, Xie Yao called out to stop.
Although she felt it was satisfying to be slapped in the face like this, it was the first time Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu appeared in public, so she should give her colleagues some face.
This will make it easier for the two of them to gain a foothold in the court in the future.
Xie Yao's eyes fell on these six people, "So, are you convinced?"
The expressions of the six people were somewhat complicated, but the runner-up who just passed the exam this year said: "I am indeed not as good as the two girls."
With him taking the lead, even though the others still felt awkward and unwilling, they had to admit one by one that they were not as good as Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu.
Xie Yao said: "In this case, I will order Lord Cheng to lead the disaster relief work, and Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu to be adjutants to assist in the disaster relief work."
At this time, it was clear who the emperor and empress's confidants were.
Cheng Fengqi and the others immediately knelt down and saluted, "Your Majesty, your majesty is wise!"
Soon after, some civil servants also knelt down and spoke.
In the end, only about one-third of the people were left, and they had no choice but to kneel down.
The matter was settled.
All the disaster relief work has been prepared. After the morning court session ended, Cheng Fengqi, Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu arrived at the Yangxin Palace. Before leaving the capital, they naturally had to meet the emperor and empress first.
“You did a great job today.”
Xie Yao was not stingy with praise, and looked at Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu with admiration and smiles in her eyes.
She chose Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu. Not only did the two sisters have to bear the pressure, but she did as well.
After all, the success or failure of this first step is related to the next step. If this step is done well, the future steps will be easier.
Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu were very happy. Xuan Shu said loudly, "Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. All this is thanks to Your Majesty."
Xuanshu's words were not flattery; she meant them sincerely.
Although the two sisters won the debate today, a big part of the reason was that they had prepared for this matter in advance and had a clear understanding of all the situations in Yuanzhou in the past three days.
If you play at the last minute, you may not win.
Of course, because the two sisters were the daughters raised by Master Xuan himself, and they were quite smart, and they studied with Prince Ding Xiao An since childhood.
He is also quite perceptive in politics.
Not necessarily lose.
"It's a good thing that you are so humble." Xie Yao said, "But don't be too self-deprecating. The fact that you can come up with such a detailed plan is enough to prove your ability."
"But..." Xie Yao changed the subject and said, "Although it's a good start, it's still just the beginning."
"I'm afraid the disaster relief work that's going to happen won't go very smoothly. It'll all depend on you guys then."
Yuanzhou is not particularly far from the capital, but things change rapidly and it takes a lot of time for news to come and go.
Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu looked at each other and said in unison, "Your Majesty, please rest assured."
Cheng Fengqi also said at this moment: "Your Majesty, please rest assured."
There was no time to lose. If the relief team arrived one day late, the people of Yuanzhou would suffer one day. So after the matter was settled, Cheng Fengqi, Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu set off quickly and left the capital.
After the group left, the Yangxin Palace became quiet again.
Xie Yao looked at Xiao Ji.
Xiao Ji's eyes were fixed on her intently, with a smile on his face and full of admiration in his eyes.
He felt that his Yaoyao was particularly dazzling when she did these things and said these words.
"Are you tired?"
Xiao Ji brought the teacup to Xie Yao and offered it to her with both hands, "Yaoyao, you've worked hard. Have some tea to moisten your throat."
Xie Yao took the teacup and said, "Not tired."
She took a sip of the tea, which was just the right temperature for drinking. It was obvious that Xiao Ji had been paying attention to her.
Xie Yao gave Xiao Ji a bright smile, "Your Majesty, I'm afraid you will be very busy for the next period of time."
Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu officially participated in the government affairs. Although the civil and military officials in the court were forced to take a step back today, it does not mean that the matter has been exposed.
Moreover, Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu are far away in Yuanzhou, so there are still many places where they can make changes.
for example……
If Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu make any mistakes in this disaster relief work, not only will Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu find it difficult to enter the court, but even she, the queen who strongly recommended the two of them to provide disaster relief, will be blamed.
Xiao Ji said: "The situation in Yuanzhou has been investigated. I will let Si Bei secretly protect their safety."
"But the matter of disaster relief still depends on them."
They have already done everything they should do, and it is impossible for them to personally handle all the specific matters of disaster relief.
These officials are here to share the worries.
Xie Yao nodded, "I know, I believe them." Xuan Yue was calm and Xuan Shu was bold.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty." The young eunuch walked in from outside, "Master Xu and Master Li are here."
"Announce." Xiao Ji gave an order, and a tall figure walked in from outside the hall.
Lord Xu is the new runner-up who stood in the Golden Palace today. As for Lord Li, he is the runner-up two years ago, Li Shuo. He also expressed his clear support for Xuan Yue and Xuan Shu in the court today.
"Your Majesty, your humble servant pays respects." Xu Bangyan and Li Shuo saluted at the same time.
"No need to be polite." Xiao Ji said, "I am sorry to have wronged Lord Xu in the court today."
Lord Xu immediately said: "Your Majesty is considerate, and I do not feel wronged." He came from a poor family, and he knew very well that the only one he could rely on in the court was Your Majesty!
As for Li Shuo, he has always been a loyal follower of the emperor and empress since he started to take revenge.
"The Queen and I have seen everything Lord Xu has done." Xiao Ji first affirmed Lord Xu's efforts.
Then he said, "The capital city also needs to coordinate the disaster relief work in Yuanzhou. Li Qing and Xu Qing are responsible for this matter."
"Mr. Li, Mr. Xu, please don't let me and the Queen down."
Xu Bangyan and Li Shuo immediately knelt down and saluted, "Your Majesty, please rest assured that we will live up to your expectations!"
After the matter was settled, Xu Bangyan and Li Shuo left the Palace of Tranquil Longevity.
At the same time, in the Princess's Mansion.
Suqin hurried into the inner courtyard of the Princess's residence and said respectfully, "Princess, Miss Xuan and Miss Xuan have both been appointed adjutants and will follow Minister Cheng to Yuanzhou to provide disaster relief."
"We have already set out now."
Suqin lowered her head.
Since the current emperor ascended the throne, the eldest princess no longer interfered in the affairs of the court, and even did not care much about the unpredictable situation in the capital.
The eldest princess has a noble status and a high generation, and she also has an adopted son like the Marquis of Zhenbei, so no one dares to provoke her.
But ever since Miss Xuan came that day, the eldest princess has changed a little.
He frequently paid attention to events in the capital, especially those concerning the Empress and the two young ladies of the Xuan family.
Suqin didn't know why at first, but when she heard the news today, she immediately confirmed: this was the news that the eldest princess was waiting for.
As expected, the eldest princess's expression immediately became complicated. She sighed softly and said, "Actually...she really did it."
"Princess, are you talking about...the Queen?" Suqin asked carefully.
She had been with the eldest princess for many years and had some idea of what she was thinking, and she knew even more about her revenge and regrets.
"Yes." The princess nodded and asked Suqin, "How does His Majesty react to these things?"
Suqin told the princess everything that happened at the court session this morning.
After listening to this, the princess sighed softly and said, "She does have some tricks."
The entry of women into the imperial court was a severe blow to the court controlled by men and even to the entire national system.
Those censors would not miss such an opportunity. Xiao Ji must be under tremendous pressure for supporting Xie Yao so much.
Naturally, Suqin didn't dare to respond to the eldest princess's words.
She only knew that when the late emperor was still a child and the eldest princess was in power, she seemed to have the same idea.
But later... the late emperor was supported by someone and took over power from the eldest princess. Not only did the eldest princess's plans go to waste, but she had to flee to the northern border.
now……
The eldest princess' voice called Suqin back to her senses, "Since they have already fulfilled their promise, I naturally cannot sit idly by."
"Send them out." The princess said, "Xuan Yue has been with me for a long time, I must do something for her."
Xie Yao and Xiao Ji were of course unaware of what was happening on the Princess's side, as they were currently worrying about something else.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
